percy pig

phizzy pigtails

Barcode 00390187

Scanned 18 times by Nomi users

Yes — phizzy pigtails is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes refined glucose syrup, glucose-fructose syrup, and modified potato starch, which are industrially processed ingredients. It also contains added flavourings, which are extracted/industrial additives. These ingredients place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar glucose syrup modified potato starch glucose-fructose syrup acid: malic acid
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
OK

lactic acid fruit juice from concentrates (1.5%) (mandarin, elderberry) potato protein flavourings. acidity regulator: calcium carbonate fruit and vegetable concentrates (red grape, elderberry, black carrot, red cabbage, blackcurrant) glazing agent: carnauba wax. . •

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Common questions about phizzy pigtails

Is phizzy pigtails ultra-processed?

Yes — phizzy pigtails by percy pig is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes refined glucose syrup, glucose-fructose syrup, and modified potato starch, which are industrially processed ingredients. It also contains added flavourings, which are extracted/industrial additives. These ingredients place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.